Program

Organization

Opportunity Type

Fellowship

About the Program

Governor Cuomo invites mid career professionals interested in public service to apply to the Empire State Fellows Program. The Empire State Fellows Program is a full-time leadership training program that will prepare the next generation of talented professionals for careers as New York State policy-makers.

At the end of the fellowship, a performance review process will identify fellows that will be given the opportunity to continue to serve as leaders in New York State government after completing the program.

Governor Cuomo will appoint each Empire Fellow to work directly with a Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, or other high-level policy maker. Work assignments will offer Fellows unparalleled experience collaborating with senior officials and participating in the policy-making process. While taking part in the work of government, Empire Fellows will participate in educational and professional development programs that will help them to serve as effective and ethical government leaders.

The Empire State Fellows Program is designed to attract talented professionals with demonstrated leadership potential who want to refocus their careers on public service. Candidates will be selected on the basis of their academic and professional experience, demonstrated leadership potential, commitment to public service, communication skills, and creativity.

Applicants who are members of groups underrepresented in policy-making roles in New York State government, which include but are not limited to Black, Hispanic, Asian and Pacific Islander persons; women; persons with disabilities; and gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender persons, are particularly encouraged to apply.

Program Location

Albany , NY

Program Start

September 2013

Program End Date

September 2015

Application Deadline

April 12, 2019

Program Benefits

Paid?

Yes

Pay Rate

annual maximum salary of $72,765

Requirements

Description

Professionalism:

Creativity and strong leadership potential

Excellent analytical and evaluative skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent organizational skills, efficiency and flexibility

Ability to establish priorities, plan, coordinate and monitor work

Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a team

Ability to identify issues, recognize best practices, formulate options and make recommendations

Experience:

A minimum of three (3) years of full-time, professional work experience

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The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) is the nation's premier Hispanic leadership development organization. We are a nonprofit and nonpartisan 501(C)3 organization based in Washington, D.C. For nearly four decades, CHCI has been Developing the Next Generation of Latino Leaders® by promoting education attainment, providing unmatched career development experiences, and offering leadership programs that connect program participants to the most powerful network of U.S. leaders. Learn More